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Marijuana
Warren, Sanders Call on Biden to Issue Pardons for Cannabis-Related Convictions
Though Biden supported decriminalization on the campaign trail, he’s only pardoned nine people for marijuana charges.
Sanders Says It’s Time to “End the Failed War on Drugs” and Legalize Marijuana
The House passed legislation to legalize marijuana earlier this month, but action has stalled in the Senate.
House Approves Marijuana Legalization Bill With Racial Justice Provisions
Democrats could give President Joe Biden the historic opportunity to finally end federal prohibition of cannabis.
I’m Facing 60 Months in Prison. Cannabis Prohibition Has Destroyed My Life.
Despite his campaign promises, President Joe Biden has pardoned two turkeys -- and no people.
Democrats Fail to Get D.C.’s Cannabis Legalization Approved by Congress
Maryland Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen claims Republicans were “ready to shut down the government” over the issue.
Missouri Organizers Begin Signature Drive for Ballot Measure to Legalize Pot
A measure to legalize medicinal cannabis passed in the state with the support of 66 percent of voters.
Ocasio-Cortez Introduces Bill to Help Clear Marijuana Charges at State Level
While previous bills have focused on federal charges, the HOPE Act provides funding for local expungement efforts.
Elizabeth Warren Urges Biden to Free People Imprisoned on Marijuana Charges
Warren called U.S. cannabis policy “failed and racist” as Biden faces mounting pressure to take executive action.
Biden Promised to Decriminalize Marijuana. He Shouldn’t Wait for Congress.
Biden is under pressure to fulfill a campaign promise to decriminalize marijuana and expunge convictions.
I Wanted to Join the Legal Cannabis Industry. Now I’m Sitting in Prison.
Federal drug laws are designed to ensure that the spoils of the emerging legal cannabis industry go to the affluent.